Water Proof Wind Proof No Frills Shell

By Anonymous Ranked #2602 - Men's Ski Jackets February 25, 2008

This is a lightweight basic shell. Although it has large pit zips and a pair of venting pockets, they are virtually useless for storage as they let the cold/wet in when opened. Anything placed in them such as a trail map will easily get clammy from condensation. Don't count on using them for storage. I've used it snowboarding for several days, and around town. The stretch panels work well to provide full arm articulation while remaining completely waterproof. Although it does not have a powder skirt the jacket is cut well enough so that little snow went up the back. The jacket is very thin, initially I was concerned about the durability of the jacket, but it has held up well through many falls and crashes. It can make a little noise, but I've only noticed occasionally. The hood does fit over my helmet, but was too snug to allow the full range of head motion I require when boarding. Overall I'm very pleased with this jacket, it looks sharp but low key on the slopes or in town. Not too pricey and it's versatile.

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